Technologies with e-health
At the University of Utah scientists have developed a minimally invasive technique for imaging tissues deep within the brain. It relies on genetic engineering and clever optics, providing a cellular-level view into a small volume of the brain. In order to visualize specific cells, they’re first genetically engineered to glow in response to illumination with …
We all know that most people could improve the quality of their diet. Most of us do not eat the recommended five-a-day portions of fruit and vegetables – let alone seven or even ten, as some have suggested. Nor do we consume adequate amounts of oily fish. Instead, intakes are often too high in saturated fats and sugars added …
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A collaboration between researchers at University of California San Diego and Nanovision Biosciences, a university spinoff, has developed a method for constructing wirelessly powered retinal prostheses that interface directly with retinal cells. Primary cortical neurons cultured on the surface of an array of optoelectronic nanowires. Here a neuron is pulling the nanowires, indicating the the …
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Virtual visits, portals, mean more time for in-office visits TORONTO, Feb. 16, 2017 /CNW/ – Digital health solutions improve access and reduce wait times for Canadians by avoiding certain in-person visits, said Michael Green, President and CEO, Canada Health Infoway (Infoway). Earlier today, the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) released a survey How Canada …
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Since September 2014, Wellington County has been the subject of an experiment to help reduce the number of 911 calls and emergency room visits by remotely monitoring patients with complex medical conditions in their homes. Queen’s University will be doing a cost benefit analysis on the program, which currently shows a 300% return on investment. There …
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At the South by Southwest (SXSW) event in Austin, Texas this week, the National Kidney Foundation has partnered with materials researchers to show off a sweat-monitoring patch as a way to raise awareness of staying hydrated. Developed at the laboratory of John Rogers, now at Northwestern University, who has been a pioneer of flexible electronic technology, …
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A few years ago, I was diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. My doctor suggested counselling as part of my treatment. My workplace health benefits include access to counselling services. When I contacted our provider to book an appointment, I was given the option of doing online counselling with a practitioner based in Toronto (I’m in …
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A new drone delivery system that can transport emergency medical supplies and a communication system to patients and rescue personnel has been developed. A new drone delivery system that can transport emergency medical supplies and a communication system to patients and rescue personnel was launched in a simulated mass casualty event in Mississippi. The telemedical …
CHEO MyChart allows patients to get at secure records dating to October 2013 Families of patients at the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario can now access their electronic health records on computers and mobile phones, the hospital announced Monday. The “CHEO MyChart” website and app allows patients to access secure parts of their medical record, including: laboratory and …
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A frail 70-year-old patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) carefully gets out of bed every morning and checks his vital signs, answers questions on a computer tablet about how he’s feeling and sends off the results electronically to a registered nurse (RN). The patient is a resident at LOFT Bradford House, which is part …
Telehomecare – dealing with health issues at home itself Read More »
